1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Opel Frontera

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Camaro and 1996 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 1996 Opel Frontera
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Camaro Frontera
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 435 HP 115 HP
Torque 576 Nm 260 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm


 

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